Certificate in Drawing and Painting
(Autumn, UW Campus, Seattle)
Developed in partnership with the UW School of Art

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The Autumn 2009 program is no longer accepting applications

Next program starts: Autumn 2010

Details will be posted in Spring

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Discover the artist within and develop basic skills in drawing, painting, and mixed media. Explore the technical, philosophical, and historical tools of drawing and painting. Build composition skills as you draw still life, figure, and botanical subjects. Study the basics of painting with acrylic or oil. Learn to develop a personal style and visual voice.

What the Program Covers

  • Fundamental drawing skills and sensitivity to the visual elements
  • Composition using a variety of materials
  • Observation of light and shadow, and subject rendition through perspective and foreshortening
  • Surface preparation, paint handling, spatial relationship, and structure
  • Value, color, form, composition, and expression

Benefits

You will display your work in an art show on the UW campus and graduate with a portfolio of paintings and drawings that reveal your unique visual voice and style.

Who Should Register

Level: All Experience Levels

  • Individuals who wish to develop drawing and painting skills

If you have questions about your eligibility for this program, give us a call at 888-469-6499.

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